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Principal Scientist | Crashworthiness & Human Body Simulation | CAE & Product Innovation

Profile Summary

I am a results-driven research consultant and simulation expert with over 18 years of experience in computational modeling, crashworthiness, and CAE-led product innovation. My expertise lies in developing high-fidelity finite element models, including human body models (HBMs), vehicle crash structures, and biomechanical systems for injury prediction and safety evaluation. I have led cross-functional R&D projects in collaboration with top academic institutions and global OEMs, and my work has contributed to both advanced product development and peer-reviewed scientific publications. I offer specialized consulting in crash and injury simulation, model validation, design optimization, and technical writing for journal submissions. Whether you are an academic researcher, a graduate student, or an engineering company, I can help bridge the gap between theory and practical implementation to accelerate your research or product development goals.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Computer-Aided Engineering
• ★ Mechanical Engineering
• ★ Predictive Modeling & Analytics
• ☆ Biomechanics
• ☆ Automotive Engineering
• ☆ Computer Simulation/Computational Modeling
• ☆ Data Visualization
• ☆ Machine Learning
• ☆ Artificial Intelligence
• ☆ Applied Mechanics
• ☆ Engineering Design
• ☆ Product Validation

Services

• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI
• Product Development

Research Feasibility Study, Technology Scouting, Gap Analysis, Scientific and Technical Research, Systematic Literature Review, Secondary Data Collection

Consulting Operations Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Predictive Modeling, Algorithm Design-Non ML

Product Development Product Evaluation, Product Validation, Concept Development, Prototyping, Reverse Engineering

Work Experience

Principal Project Scientist

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

- Present

Innovation and Research and Development Manager

Tech Mahindra Limited

December 2011 - January 2020

Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Business Management

Xavier School of Management (XLRI) Jamshedpur

June 2010 - March 2012

Master of Technology (M.Tech)

Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi - India

July 2006 - December 2008

Mechanical Engineering

Biju Pattnaik University of Technology - India

July 2000 - August 2004

Certifications

• Digital Manufacturing & Design Technology Specialization

  coursera

  https://coursera.org/share/d1b66306ad550f0795a8e52fc4ebc7b6

  February 2019 - Present

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Zafar Haider, Pushpender Panday, Ramakrishna Iyer, Vivek Dhimole, Aditya Sinha, Jeenu Kumar, Kedar Chetry, Aman Vikram, Akhilesh Choudhary, Ashique Ellahi, et al. (2025). Development of Finite Element Human Body Model (IITDHBM) of the 50th Percentile Indian Male in the Standing Posture (IM50S) for Use in Extreme Loading Conditions . Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series C.

Praveen K. Pinnoji , Zafar Haider & Puneet Mahajan (2008) Design of ventilated helmets: computational fluid and impact dynamics studies, International Journal of Crashworthiness, 13:3, 265-278, DOI: 10.1080/13588260801933626 .

Pinnoji, P.K., Haider, Z., Mahajan, P.(2008). Design of ventilated helmets: Computational fluid and impact dynamics studies . International Journal of Crashworthiness. 13. (3). p. 265-278.